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Upgrading the non-playoff NFL teams through the 2015 NFL Draft

ByBryce Olin|
Dec 28, 2014; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick (7) calls an audible during the third quarter of the game against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi
Dec 28, 2014; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick (7) calls an audible during the third quarter of the game against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi
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Oct 26, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints strong safety Kenny Vaccaro (32) and linebacker Junior Galette (93) congratulate cornerback Corey White (24) after he intercepted a pass against the Green Bay Packers in the second half at Mercedes-Benz Superdome. New Orleans defeated Green Bay 44-23. Mandatory Credit: Crystal LoGiudice-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 26, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints strong safety Kenny Vaccaro (32) and linebacker Junior Galette (93) congratulate cornerback Corey White (24) after he intercepted a pass against the Green Bay Packers in the second half at Mercedes-Benz Superdome. New Orleans defeated Green Bay 44-23. Mandatory Credit: Crystal LoGiudice-USA TODAY Sports

13. New Orleans Saints

Need: Defensive Back

In the NFL, good teams have to be able to cover receivers. The New Orleans Saints should know that better than anyone with how good their passing attack has been over the years.

The Saints have plenty of problems, but the main issue is their defense and how many yards they give up. This season, New Orleans was the second-worst team in the league in total yards allowed with 6,144 yards.

Of that 6,144 yards, more than 4,000 yards were given up through the air.

If the Saints are going to be an elite team in the NFL again, itā€™s going to start with fixing the secondary.

Best Pick:Ā Marcus Peters, CB, WashingtonĀ 

Marcus Peters had 11 career interceptions in just more than two-and-a-half seasons with the Washington Huskies. Heā€™s a little undersized at 5-11, but his speed and athleticism more than make up for it.

Iā€™m sure the Saints would love to have him, but Peters comes with his issues, which includes a bad temper.Ā Peters was kicked off the team at Washington for his attitude and challenging coaches in practice and during games.

I donā€™t think that will affect his draft stock much. Peters can play, and thatā€™s what the Saints need.

I think Sean Payton and Drew Brees will be able help Peters channel his frustration and instantly help the Saints in the secondary.

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